Knowing his identity, which police have not yet released, would significantly "narrow the field" in the search for the second suspect, Kibodeaux said.

The Beaumont Police Department responded to the incident around 3 a.m., according to a news release. A man and woman at home in the 4300 block of Dallas Avenue heard someone at the front door. The man retrieved his gun before opening the door.

A man, who looked to be 25 years old, appeared at the front door and asked for some gasoline. The homeowner stepped outside to speak with the man when a second man in a Halloween-type mask attacked him, the release stated.

The homeowner shot the masked man three times, once in the head. The other man fled on foot.

The wounded suspect was taken to Christus Hospital St. Elizabeth where he was listed in critical condition, according to the release. Charges of aggravated robbery were pending.

Officers found a small caliber handgun and a BB gun at the scene that are believed to have been used by the suspects.